Micromanagement Micromanagement is a pattern of manager behaviour marked by excessive supervision and control of employees’ work and processes, as well as limited delegation of tasks or decisions to staff. Signs of micromanagement can include the following: • The manager constantly interrupts employees to give them instructions. • The manager closely monitors employees’ work and provides feedback on a constant basis. • The manager assigns employees very specific tasks and does not allow them to deviate from these tasks. • The manager closely monitors employees’ use of time and resources. • The manager requires employees to report back to them regularly on their progress. • The manager insists on making all decisions regarding employee work. • The manager regularly checks on employees’ work even when they are meeting specific deadlines. • The manager imposes rules and regulations that are not necessary. • The manager criticizes employees for their work even when it is satisfactory. • The manager is not interested in employees’ suggestions or ideas.
